At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a top Algo Trading firm to build innovative Quantitative Research and Analytics tools.
- Company: Leading European trading firm with a focus on cutting-edge technology.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible working, and opportunities for personal projects.
- Other info: Dynamic culture with 10% Fridays for personal projects and tech meetups.
- Why this job: Work with diverse technologies and make a real impact in the finance sector.
- Qualifications: Strong programming skills and a background in Computer Science or STEM.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
Europe’s top Algo Trading firm is building a truly Polyglot Engineering team to build out a brand new Quantitative Research and Analytics Desk. They have outperformed all of the top hedge funds and systematic trading firms for Q1 this year and are paying their engineers serious compensation, competing with the top Technology houses and fastest IPOing start-ups.
In terms of engineering culture, they have the mentality of the right tool for the right job, across a stack of .Net Core, Python, C++, F#, Java, Kotlin, Rust, Clojure, cloud, and they are heavily involved in the Open Source community. They have 10% Fridays where all engineers are able to work on personal projects and technology in their Technology Innovations Hub and regularly take part in Town Hall meetings and tech meetups.
They’re looking for strong Software Engineers with a keen interest in Computer Science fundamentals to come and work on some of their most strategic and innovative Algo Trading desks/engines, having a hand in not only the strategy but implementation as well.
Required Skills:
- Strong programming skills in any technology – true polyglot engineering mindset
- Strong educational background in Computer Science, Maths or any STEM-related degree
- Interest in Computer Science fundamentals and building out highly distributed scalable and robust systems.
Benefits:
- Top compensation structure in the city
- Technology first outfit – working with the highest calibre of engineers
- Flexible working
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As a Senior Java Engineer at one of London's leading FinTech firms, you'll be part of a dynamic and innovative team that prioritises engineering excellence and technical curiosity. The company offers a collaborative work culture with a strong focus on personal development, flexible working arrangements, and competitive compensation, making it an excellent employer for those seeking to grow their careers in a cutting-edge environment. With opportunities to work on greenfield projects and influence key architectural decisions, this role provides a unique chance to make a significant impact in the financial technology space.
